Model Year | 2015 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 106.3 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 171.5 in | 19.2 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 71.1 in | 1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 60.4 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3510 lb. | 3106 lb. | 404 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.7 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.7 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.2 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 48.3 in | 6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.4 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 | -39.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Niro.